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Brookfield selectmen at odds on parks/road project
Before First Selectman Bill Davidson can sell a $15 million parks and roads renovation project to Brookfield residents, he has to convince his fellow selectmen.
Fight breaks out at Danbury police station
The men -- Thomas Ventrella , 54, of Bethel, and Paul Gonzales , 66, of Brookfield -- came into the police station at about 2:30 p.m. to allegedly file complaints against each other, according to Lt.
Gurski property renovations continue
It's going to take more money, more time and more planning before the historic Gurski property renovations are completed, but work is underway.
Brookfield raises fee for trash collectors; considers franchising
Garbage haulers will have to pay more to collect trash in Brookfield, beginning July 1. The Board of Selectmen voted last week to approve an increase in the annual fee from $25 to $250. Brookfield has 23 companies that are licensed to haul trash in town.
Spectro Introduces Two Premium Break-In Oils
Intercontinental Lubricants of Brookfield, Connecticut, manufacturers and marketers of premium quality lubricants, breaks the news that it is offering not one, but two super performance break-in oils Spectro Motor-Guard Premium Flat Tappet Break-In Oil contains the highest levels of zinc, and is formulated to offer superior protection as well as ...
Brookfield appoints new town attorneys
The Board of Selectmen 's decision to change the town's legal representation was made "in the best long-term interest for Brookfield," according to First Selectman Bill Davidson.
Most schools in Danbury area have delays due to bad weather
Most schools in the Greater Danbury area will have delayed openings today due to snowy conditions and slippery roads early this morning.
Brookfield teen charged with driving with elevated blood alcohol content
An 18-year-old was charged with driving with an elevated blood alcohol content on Sunday.
Former selectman, 'Mr. Brookfield' remembered as voice of reason
The late former selectman Tom Murphy is remembered as someone who helped develop the town of Brookfield.
Brookfield man stopped after driving on wrong side of street with lights off
A vehicle traveling on the wrong side of the road with its lights off caught the attention of a WestConn police officer on patrol Saturday at 9 p.m. The officer stopped the vehicle and found the driver, Luke Provost , 22, of 5 Poppy Drive, Brookfield, was driving with a suspended license.
Brookfield house fire leaves resident homeless
About 40 firefighters from six different area fire companies worked together to put out a blaze Sunday morning at a home on 21 Elbow Hill Road.
Brookfield community garden might inspire other towns to start one
Ever wonder what Brussels sprouts looks like when they emerge on the plant? "They're small nodules, and the plants are about 4 feet high.
Page Turners: The Readers and the Eaters say what they do and do what they say
There's a book club made up of women from Brookfield and Danbury with a very to-the-point moniker.
Brookfield Lions thank Jan. 1 race participants
The Brookfield Lions Club would like to take this opportunity to thanks all of the runners, sponsors and support crew for their participation in the 23rd Annual Brookfield Lions Run for Sight held on New Year's Day.
Davidson seeks support for $15 million roads and parks package
In the next few months, First Selectman Bill Davidson will try to sell residents on an approximately $15 million roads and parks improvements package he calls the Brookfield Reinvestment Project.
Danbury man charged in Brookfield theft
The gun wasn't smoking, but it still led police to a Danbury man who admitted stealing jewelry valued at more than $20,000 from a Brookfield home last fall.
The human body needs sugar. But before those with a penchant for sweets get too excited, the body can get all the sugar it needs from a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains and proteins.
Beyond Penny rugs-class info 101
This class is for people who want to take Penny rugs to the next level. The recycling of wool knitted projects that are no longer used, seems to go hand in hand with Penny rugs.
Disappointed Lady Gaga Fan Makes Online Plea
Brookfield teenager Megan Mitchell is a dedicated Lady Gaga fan and was looking forward to seeing the singer at a performance at the Oakdale in Wallingford.

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